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China–Suriname relations

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China–Suriname relations
Map indicating locations of China and Suriname

China

Suriname

China-Suriname relations are the bilateral relations between the Republic of Suriname and the People's Republic of China.[1] China has an embassy in Paramaribo. Suriname has an embassy in Beijing.[2]

History

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In 1976, China and Suriname officially established diplomatic relations between the two countries.[3] Suriname engaged with the Belt and Road Initiative by signing a memorandum of understanding, which made it the second Caribbean country to sign.[4]

Human Rights

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In June 2020, Suriname was one of 53 countries that backed the Hong Kong national security law at the United Nations.[5]

See also

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References

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  1. Doodnath, Alina (14 October 2023). "5 things to know about Caricom and the Belt and Road Initiative". caribbean.loopnews.com. Loop Caribbean News. Retrieved 2 January 2025.
  2. writer (2025). "Asia Representation". Embassies, Permanent Missions and Consulates General. GOV.SR. Republic of Suriname. Retrieved 2 January 2025.
  3. "Suriname – China Relations". Embassy of the Republic of Suriname in Beijing. 2 August 2021. Retrieved 2 January 2025.
  4. Polsbroek, Alirio (26 April 2024). "Suriname Embraces Belt and Road With Wide Open Arms". Paramaribo, Suriname: Times of Suriname. Retrieved 2 January 2025.
  5. Lawler, Dave (2 July 2020). "The 53 countries supporting China's crackdown on Hong Kong". Axios. Retrieved 3 July 2020.